Bradford College has today announced a major new partnership with Production Park and Academy of Live Technology (ALT), anchored by its flagship Producing Academy, to create industry-leading training and employment pathways into the UK’s fast-growing creative and live events sectors. The three organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deliver a collaborative programme […]
An established partnership between BDCU Credit Union and Bradford College resulted in several big wins at the annual West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards 2026. At a glittering ceremony at the Cedar Court Hotel in Bradford, BDCU won the ‘SME Employer of the Year’ award. Employee Ariba Matloob also won ‘Advanced Apprentice of the Year.’ Bradford College […]
Adult Skills learners at Bradford College took an exciting step towards their future at a vibrant Careers Fair designed to inspire ambition, build confidence and connect students with real-world opportunities. Held on 23 June, the event brought together local employers, community organisations and College services, giving learners the chance to explore career pathways, expand their […]
Bradford College recently celebrated a successful day at the Leeds Global Learning Awards. The college took home four prizes in recognition of its outstanding commitment to sustainability, skills, and community impact. The third annual awards recognised educators, young people, and schools and colleges in West Yorkshire that tackle global challenges. The event is hosted annually […]
A long-serving Bradford College careers adviser has won the coveted ‘Support Staff of the Year’ title in the national NCFE Aspiration Awards. The annual awards celebrate learners, apprentices, educators, support staff and educational organisations making an outstanding impact in learning across the UK. From going above and beyond to exceed expectations, to overcoming obstacles to […]
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Bradford College has been named ‘Employer of the Year’ at the 2026 Telegraph & Argus Bradford BUSINESSiQ Awards. The annual awards celebrate the success, achievement, and innovation of people and companies throughout the district. Each nominee is recognised for putting the region on the map, boosting the economy, and making a positive contribution to the […]
Bradford College IT students gained a valuable insight into the future of banking, cyber security and digital payment systems thanks to a special guest speaker session delivered in partnership with the Bank of England. Nicolas Policarpo, a Policy Analyst from the Bank’s digital and payments team, visited Bradford College to speak with our IT students […]
Scaffolding has come down on the new Bradford College Junction Mills building on Thornton Road, set to open in September this year. Junction Mills will offer students skills in modern automotive and digital engineering. The four-storey new build was made possible thanks to £17.8 million funding from the Department for Education Further Education Capital Transformation […]
Bradford College was the first stop on a cultural tour of the city made by a group of special visitors. Prominent cultural leaders and regional stakeholders met as part of the ‘Northern Culture Untapped Inquiry’ – a major project to examine and maximise the North of England’s cultural sector. Launched in late 2025 by the […]
Bradford College is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of David Hockney, one of the most influential and celebrated British artists of the 20th and 21st centuries, and a proud alumnus of Bradford School of Art. Born in Bradford, David Hockney began his artistic journey at Bradford School of Art, where his exceptional talent […]
We are proud to recognise the outstanding contributions of our staff volunteers as part of National Volunteer Week, highlighting the positive impact they make both within the College and across the wider community. Volunteering plays a vital role in strengthening communities, and colleagues across the College continue to dedicate their time, skills and passion to […]
Last Friday, Bradford College proudly hosted its third annual Speed Mentoring Event at The Grove Restaurant in the David Hockney Building, welcoming students and professionals from across a wide range of industries for a morning of meaningful conversation, inspiration and connection. Now firmly established in the College calendar, the event brought together learners and mentors […]
A remarkable seven Bradford College students walked away with trophies from the 2026 SkillsHouse Careers and Technical Education (CTE) Awards. The annual event celebrates success in vocational learning and career development across the district, with 122 finalists competing across 22 categories this year, with support from 20 employer sponsors. The awards showcase outstanding work across […]
Innovate North 2026 took place on Wednesday 17th June at Bradford College. Now in its second year, the event has grown into something we are really proud of. Last year it was very much about us, sharing our own digital transformation journey at Bradford College, the tools we use, the impact we have seen and […]
ESOL students from Bradford College’s Confidence Building course, held weekly at the Al-Mustafa Centre in Bradford and led by tutor Rashid Hasan, recently visited the David Hockney building for an inspiring enrichment experience. The visit gave learners a valuable opportunity. They could develop their language skills, build confidence and practice their English through real conversations […]
